Win! PSA secures employment for long-term casuals

The PSA has received confirmation that MAAS has undertaken an analysis of its casual workforce and identified 50 staff who fit the criteria of being “long-term casuals”. MAAS has confirmed that these long-term casuals will continue to be employed, and paid an average of their hours worked over the preceding six months. The PSA acknowledges the productive way MAAS engaged in discussions this week, and…

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National Heavy Vehicle Regulator update

Delegates Mark Behan and Tim Smith, plus PSA staff and officials participated in the regular tripartite meeting with NHVR and TfNSW representatives today to establish what progress had been made with respect to the transition.  We were advised that the NHVR done its ‘concept of operations’ which essentially was an election as to what functions of the Heavy Vehicle Inspection Service it intended to adopt…

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DCJ Communities update: PSA support and access to flex

As restrictions slowly start to ease the PSA wishes to remind members that if you have any questions or concerns you can contact us for support, advice and advocacy.  If you and your colleagues are concerned about any changes that are occurring in your workplace please contact your Delegate, Organiser or the Member Support Centre on 1300 772 679. The PSA is working with your…

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Powerhouse Museum - long-term casuals update

Discussions between the PSA and MAAS surrounding the non-payment of long term casuals progressed yesterday. MAAS has agreed to assess all casuals, with a view of continuing to pay long-term casuals in to the future. Yesterday morning, the PSA contacted MAAS with regards to the ceasing of the casual support payment. The PSA requested that MAAS continue to employ casuals who have worked regularly and…

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Community Corrections members’ update

In the past few weeks since the previous PSA update available HERE, much of the practice around working from home and related operational changes have been bedded down. Members should be proud of the work they have continued to be able to achieve despite these extraordinary circumstances. The PSA is pleased to note there appear to be fewer concerns raised by members than in the…

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